2025-2026 Academic Catalog
Electronics Warfare Graduate Certificate (EW-CERT)
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CIP Code: 141001
Program Description
The electronic warfare (EW) certificate program offers students a comprehensive and advanced understanding of EW principles, cutting-edge technologies, and practical applications. It provides a robust foundation in key areas, including fundamental RF/MW components, antenna theory and design, modern radar technologies, wireless communications, and signal processing. The program also explores advanced EW domains such as electronic attack (EA), electronic protection (EP), and electronic support (ES), emphasizing their integration to effectively control, disrupt, and protect the electromagnetic spectrum. Grounded in a thorough understanding of electromagnetic theory, the program is designed to equip students with the analytical and practical skills necessary to contribute to the rapidly evolving landscape of electronic warfare technology and to excel in the defense and aerospace industries.
Admission Requirements
Admission to this certificate program requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related field, with a 3.00 or higher GPA. The certificate may be earned as part of a graduate degree program or as a stand-alone certificate for a non-degree graduate student. Students must have completed Graduate level EE 6210 with a minimum grade of C and Undergraduate level EE 3260 with a minimum grade of D.
Program Learning Objectives
Students enrolled in this program will learn to:
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of the foundation principles of EW, including electronic attack (EA), electronic protection (EP), and electronic support (ES)
- Analyze the role of EW in controlling, disrupting, and safeguarding the electromagnetic spectrum
- Develop proficiency in the design, analysis, and application of RF and microwave components essential to EW systems.
- Understand antenna theory, design principles, and their critical role in EW operations
- Explore the principles of modern radar systems, including detection, tracking, and countermeasure techniques.
- Gain insights into wireless communication technologies and their vulnerabilities within the EW context
- Apply advanced signal processing techniques to analyze, interpret, and manipulate signals for EW purposes.
- Develop hands-on experience with EW technologies, tools, and methodologies through simulations and practical projects
- Prepare for careers in the defense and aerospace industries by building a solid foundation in EW principles, technologies, and applications.
Program Learning Outcomes
As a result of their learning experience, students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the principles and domains of EW, including EA, EP and ES
- Design, analyze, and apply fundamental RF and MW components critical to EW systems.
- Explain and evaluate antenna theory and design in the context of EW operations.
- Analyze the principles of modern radar systems and their applications in EW, including detection, tracking, and countermeasure strategies.
- Evaluate wireless communication technologies and their susceptibility to EW techniques.
- Apply advanced signal processing techniques to analyze and manipulate RF/MW signals for signal detection, classification, and interference challenges in real-world EW scenarios.
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Program Requirements
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Required Courses: 9 Credit Hours
Elective Courses: 3 to 4 Credit Hours
Select one course from the following. If selecting EE 6420 or EE 6470, the lab course must also be taken. Total: 12 to 13 Credit Hours
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